Gato 400 mg Tablet

Uses of Gato Tablet

Gato 400 mg Tablet is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is also used in infections of urinary tract, tonsils, sinus, nose, throat, female genital organ, skin & soft tissues and lungs (pneumonia).

Gato Tablet side effects

Common

Headache

Dizziness

Vomiting

Nausea

Stomach pain

Diarrhoea

How to use Gato Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Gato 400 mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Gato Tablet works

Gato 400 mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. This prevents the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing them.

Gato Tablet related warnings

Alcohol

SAFE

It is generally safe to consume alcohol with Gato 400 mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS

Gato 400 mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation

CAUTION

Gato 400 mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during lactation.
Limited human data suggest that the drug could represent a significant risk to the baby.Gato 400 mg Tablet may cause diarrhea or rash in the baby

Driving

Do not drive unless you are feeling well.The most common side effects that can occur when taking Gato 400 mg Tablet are usually mild nausea, vomiting, stomach ache, diarrhea, dizziness, and headache.This may affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Gato 400 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Gato 400 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Take plenty of water while you are taking this medicine

Liver

There is limited information available on the use of Gato 400 mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you miss a dose of Gato Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Gato 400 mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Alternate Brands

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Expert Advice

Gatifloxacin oral (tablet and suspension) and injection form has been withdrawn from the market, as it has shown incidences of abnormally high or low blood sugars levels in humans. However, its ophthalmic form (eye drop) is available to treat bacterial infections of eye, which is considered to be safe for use.

Interaction with Drugs

Taking Gato with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Hello sir/ ma'am My child PATIENT from stomach infection and doctor suggested zifi-100 redimix. How it is work and any side effect of that zifi-100 redimix? What kind of taking care of my child and PATIENT 7 month old.?????

Dr. Gopal Samdani

Child Specialist

Cefixime is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This medication is known as a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.More common: Diarrhea loose or frequent stools Less common: Abdominal or stomach pain agitation black, tarry stools bleeding gums blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin blood in the urine or stools and many more rare side effects